Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)

Linda - Div 75 will most likely go through Battlestations sometime next week. 

I don't think you ever joined your PIR Group. Here is the link:

PIR January 26, 2018 TG 12- 12 Divisions, 071 - 080, 806 and 912. E...

Please come and join. Just click the link it will take you to the group here in N4M's. Request to join and an admin will approve you.

You can get to know the other "moms" who have sailors graduating that day and ask questions there too. 

We cannot post the day that Recruits will be going through Battlestations (security reasons) BUT the mom's report in when they get the "I'm a Sailor" calls from their nw Sailors.

Congratulations to all the families and their sailor who will graduate tomorrow! Enjoy your day with them, It will a beautiful & proud moment! Safe travels to all. Prayers to all the SR on battlestations.

PIR GROUPS for March 02 and March 09 are now up and running. 

Here are the direct links:

PIR March 02, 2018 TG 17 - 10 Divisions 107-114, 916 and 917. Each ...

PIR March 09, 2018 TG 14 - 9 Divisions, 115 - 122 and 918 Each Recr...

Please come and join!

Good Morning Everyone, It's Friday! Hoping all is well.

FTLW Thank you for this information.

To the New Sailors I send you all (((HUGS))) and best wishes! And May your Journey be the best it can be and enjoy!

Welcome to all the New Comers, Glad to have you all along. Have a Great Day All and let's do some sharing of calls especially the I'm a Sailor Calls, You deserve a Big Congrats along with your SR.

2018 Recruit Training Command Graduation Dates and Divisions

Click here to see the list of Training Group Grad Dates and Divisions

 PIR: January 5, 2018 TG 09 - 14 Divisions (043-054, 908 and 909)  4 guests

      PIR: January 12, 2018 TG 10 - 7 Divisions (055-060 and 910) 4 guests

      PIR: January 19, 2018 TG 11 - 12 Divisions (061-070, 805 and 911) 4 guests       

      PIR: January 26, 2018 TG 12 - 12 Divisions (071-080, 806 and 912) 4 guests 

      PIR: February 02, 2018 TG 13  - 15 Divisions (081-094 and 913) 4 guests

      PIR: February 09, 2018 TG 14 - 16 Divisions (094-106, 807 & 808, 914 & 915) 3 guests       

Here is some info for those who will be attending PIR soon.

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Is there anyone that has a SR in RCU? My son has been in RCU for a little over a month now and said someone else just came in with a broken ankle and will be there long term with him, along with an SR that has been there for 11 months.  I just wanted to reach out to them because I know I have have felt so alone in this process since he isn't in a division anymore. 

Wow they keep them for that long? Do they go back into training after they heal?

Ship 4 is also the RCU-Recruit Convalescent Unit-where sick or injured recruits go to heal and be cycled back into another TG. (Join RCU SHIP 04 DIV 2341 for more information.) The FIT Division is also located here. Recruits who have failed a final fitness test (most often the swim or run) are sent here for intensive training in order to pass the test prior to having Battle Stations-21 (BST).

this also will give information.

 http://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/faq.html#temp_holding

@Kelz89 yes they can keep them that long

@Phoenixmom I've tried that group, there hasn't been any activity.

I would say ship 5 but I believe that is for those who are being processed out. and that is the only info they give sorry Blakesmom. I will see what I can find.

SEPARATIONS

Q. My recruit is being processed for separation. What does this mean?
A. Your recruit has have been removed from training for either medical or legal reasons, or failure to meet Navy standards. The majority of these personnel are awaiting their administrative discharge from the Navy. Those who are being processed for separation will be retained at Ship 5. So when you hear or see the name Ship 5, know that it pertains to where your recruit is being housed.

Thanks Phoenixmom, I don't really need anymore info, I was just wondering if there were any other parents that were feeling stuck in boot camp for months.  It looks like he will be in RCU until at least April now.

He isn't being separated. He is in Ship 4. When I first started going thru this, there wasn't a lot of information. I was confused has to what the Navy would do with him when I found out he broke his ankle. Now I know he gets to stay and heal in boot camp and gets to go to a division after his physical therapy AND he has to complete a preliminary run test.

. My recruit is in RCU (Recruit Convalescent Unit) or on hold to pass a fitness test (FIT). Are we authorized a visit?
A. A recruit who is in RCU or FIT is still in training, therefore are not authorized visits. If you received a phone call from your recruit stating they have transferred to RCU/FIT, please note you will not receive another phone call from your recruit until they complete their training requirements. Recruits are only granted phone calls when they have a change in status, meaning they are going to graduate. You should not plan on attending the graduation if you have not received a phone call from your recruit stating they have met the requirements and will be graduating.

Blakesmom I understand that is the only info I can find and your right there hasn't been anything posted on ship 4. I am so sorry to hear about your Son. And I pray for him to heal quickly.

the no news is good is for the birds... this mama needs to hear from her son!

I agree, but they make the Laws in there. I was hoping I could find better news but haven't so far.

Thanks for looking Pheonixmom! The no news is good news theory really is hard, but when it is the first time your baby bird has been injured and you don't get updates but every 3 weeks, is really hard.  I trust he is getting the very best medical attention from the Navy, but he is still my baby.

I agree totally with you  Blakesmom, and I am really sorry for that. and yes I believe no matter the age they will always be our babies no doubt. It is hard enough going thru the weeks of no call and then for it to continue seems unfair. But please let him know we are routing for him to heal quickly, and to stay focused on what still needs to be done. Best wishes to him.

I appreciate you and the hard work you do to keep everyone updated. His call was disappointing today as he will be in a cast for 2 more weeks (8 weeks total) and then transition to a walking boot and begin physical therapy.  He is so eager to get to physical therapy, but made the right decision to stay in the cast and not push it too fast.

Thank You Blakesmom I appreciate your kind words, and please keep us posted on his recovery.

Got a letter from my son today. He graduates in 2 weeks. He seemed in low spirits after our phone call. He said it was the hardest phone call to ever hang up on. Breaks my heart to feel such sadness in his letter. He can't wait to graduate so he can see what is going on in the world. He is such a social kid, it's hard being locked away from the world

NavyMom2 so glad to hear you received a letter, but I'm so sorry he seemed so down. It has to be very Hard for them to be secluded away from everything, That is why I mention all the time to stay strong because when you get those calls or letters and they start crying or just feeling really low we have to find a way to lift them up, You wouldn't believe how so many start to second guess themselves, especially thinking  if they have done the right thing. Thank You for staying strong for him, all this will pass and he will succeed. When my Son was in BC he said they all had a calendar and was marking each day off and counting the days it would be over and done.

My son said that the RDC's won't let them count down because they find it a distraction. I still do it in my letters for him and it gives him hope that there is light at the end of the tunnel. I'm really all he's ever known. He has a dad, but wasn't very involved per say. Did his time and every other weekend but my son has always been close to me. He was also upset because he got off the phone and then got hit hard with IT because someone urinated on the bathroom floor and didn't cop out to it, so my son took the hit for ti. 

2 hours later he was exhausted he said, and MAD!

You Know Navymom2 my son told me some stories while he was in BC, and sad to say their are those that act up and do really stupid things and actually the whole unit gets in trouble for it and then they tend to lose their calls or have to do more workouts. some continue to talk at night when light are out and you are to sleep so the whole unit gets hit. So I can understand where he is coming from.

Actually even in A school it continues, some just don't grow up I guess, and it makes it Harder for those who are determined and focused. I just cant see going into the Military just to goof off. But it does happen. So if your Recruit calls he/she will probably gripe and when you hear the stories it will be unbelievable but it happens.

I'm guessing more chores or duty watch or physical workouts. so it depends Paul, but the whole unit will have to endure it for one person. My son use to tell me that some didn't know how to count, so others would try to help the other person out but he never wanted to learn to do it right and every time the unit got punished.

My son has also talked about the, "Beatings". He said his RDC was with the Marines for 10 years and they have had chairs thrown and a table broke when getting yelled at. His last letter said he was used to the, "Beating". I think he is talking about getting IT (intensive training). My son was in the Marines for nine years so this sounds normal to me although it still bothers me. My heart thinks, Oh my poor baby!

Yes, it is bothersome. But this is the time they will begin to weed out the ones that  cause trouble or cannot follow instructions or are what they say "weak". So the yelling in the face and all is true.

Yes!!!  that is the term he used. That he got BEAT for 2 hours. 

"Beat", "Beatings", are IT- intensive training. 

"Hits" are demerits. 

FTLW you are awesome! Thank You for that, we new it had to be something to that nature.

Well Ladies/Gents have a nice Evening and a fantastic weekend. Thank You all for posting and sharing it's been nice hearing and also learning as we go. Please be safe in your travels wherever you go.

Wishing on calls and letters for you all!

I hope I word this right. I want to say in advance that I am not trying to bag on anyone's Recruit, BUT I am going to use the bathroom scenario to try and explain the "mentality" behind situations like this. This is not a personal attack but a generality.

It's about Team mentality. Think about it...what do you think this Recruit will do the next time they are in the head?

Probably check that it is ship shape. If it is not then he will take action about it to make it ship shape. Report it to the RPO in charge of the head, clean it up himself...do both. 

Now, let's change the scenario. Sailor is walking along on his ship. Some idiot leaves ordnance lying around. Does he/she walk off or does he/she do something about it?

I know that is extreme...it could be garbage or something, but if he/she just walks on by and a higher ranking sailor see's that... yeah, expect to be called on it.

You're being trained to be hyper aware of your surroundings...it could save your life and the lives of your fellow shipmates.

It starts in Boot. It sucks if it happens to you. Maybe others will see it and it will motivate them. Maybe the idiot that peed on the floor will feel remorse and do better.

Hopefully the guy will not pee on the floor again. Lol. My son just happens to be the RPO in charge of the head. He said he checked it before making his call to me and it was clean and ship shape. After the call when he got back somewhere in the 30 minutes someone decided to pee on the floor and leave it. Being the RPO, my son got the "beating" haha. He was not a happy camper. I'm sure he will have a nice chat with his fellow guys. 

Ok, well now I know why he got two hours!!

Yeah, I hope it is a real nice chat!!!

Oh, and that double sucks for your son :-/

I feel for him...

My son mentioned whoever is in charge of something gets yelled at the most....

Yup...

We got our PIR letter today! She has been gone a total of nine days but it feels like forever. Looks like she is in the 900 division. Never played an instrument before but whatever she ends up doing it will be fun to watch. In her note she stated “I’m having a little fun an I’m learning a lot.” I am glad to hear she has good spirits. 

This morning was supposed to be Captain Cup for 1/26 PIR...does anyone know how they did or if it's even over? 

Sambam what captain cup my son supposed graduation is 1/26

Ok so my son shud be in this today then

These recruits, who are nearly completed with their basic training, put their skills to the test for the opportunity to win the Captain's Cup trophy and the chance to display the Captain's Cup flag during their pass-in-review. 

"Captain's Cup is the culmination of the recruit training at boot camp," said Capt. John Dye, commanding officer of Recruit Training Command. "It allows the recruits an opportunity to come together and demonstrate the teamwork and cooperation that we've instilled in them throughout their training."

The morning begins with each division performing a prepared one-minute long divisional chant. Each chant is graded on the amount of Navy pride, creativity and originality that each division puts forth. The chants are graded by Sailors going through Recruit Division Commander (RDC) "C" School and the winning division earns a trophy at the conclusion of Captain's Cup. 

The recruits then participate against the other divisions in their training group in ten different events. The events include push-ups, pull-ups, curl-ups, seabag relay, basketball, softball throw, volleyball, firefighting equipment relay, rescue carry and the 1.5 mile relay run. If a tie occurs between two divisions, a tug-of-war is used to determine the winner. 

Although the recruits are playing games against one another, this is the first time in their training where they are putting their team building and motivational skills to the test. These are skills that will set them up for success in the fleet. 

Does the shutdown put a halt on the military's benefits and pay?